VUSD School Board Meeting June 9, 2026

The Ventura Unified School District held a general board meeting on June 9, 2026, where several procurement-related topics were discussed. Key among these was the consideration and approval of a supplemental literacy curriculum program called Sunday, a structured, multi-sensory foundational literacy program based on the science of reading. The board reviewed pilot results, teacher feedback, and cost analyses, ultimately approving the district-wide purchase and implementation of Sunday for all elementary grades at a cost of approximately $168,697 for the next year. This adoption was part of a broader literacy initiative that included adjustments to other literacy-related contracts and programs to ensure cost-effectiveness and alignment with district goals. Additionally, the board approved contracts exceeding $25,000 and discussed budget and Local Control Accountability Plan (LCAP) items, deciding to move these for action to a special meeting later in June to allow for thorough review. The meeting also included personnel appointments, recognitions, and presentations on athletics and school safety plans, but the primary procurement focus was on curriculum adoption and contract approvals.